I'll Be Gone

Dwight Yoakam · Guitars, Cadillacs, Etc., Etc. [Deluxe Edition] [2006]

I watch as you take off your clothes

And slip under the sheets

Then I turn and kick the boots off my feet

I pull you close without a word

'Cause there's no need to speak

Girl, beauty like yours is hard to beat



Chorus:

But I'll be gone in the morning,

In the morning I'll be gone

'Cause I'm not one for hanging on

So, Please don't think that you done something wrong

In the morning when you wake and find me gone



Just a look from those fiery eyes can all but erase

The memory of any other's face

And the passion they unleash could cause me to misplace

And lose all track of time without a trace



Chorus:

But I'll be gone in the morning,

In the morning I'll be gone

'Cause I'm not one for hanging on

Please don't think that you done something wrong

In the morning when you wake and find me gone



The sun intrudes and throws

Across the room its golden tracks

Shake the dreams, now it's back to facts

As I turn to leave I know you had what so many lack

Maybe someday that'll bring me back.



Chorus:

But I'll be gone in the morning,

In the morning I'll be gone

'Cause I'm not one for hanging on

Yes, Please don't think that you done something wrong

In the morning when you wake and find me gone

In the morning when you wake and find me gone...

About I'll Be Gone

"I'll Be Gone" stands as a poignant centerpiece on Dwight Yoakam's *Guitars, Cadillacs, Etc., Etc. [Deluxe Edition]*, released in 2006. This track exemplifies Yoakam's signature blend of traditional country storytelling with a modern, polished production style that defined his career during the mid-2000s. The song reflects his enduring ability to craft narratives about loss and departure, themes central to his discography and personal artistic identity. Released during a period where Yoakam was solidifying his status as a leading figure in the Nashville country scene, the recording showcases his characteristic vocal delivery and guitar work. It serves as a testament to his commitment to authentic songwriting, capturing the emotional weight of a lover leaving without the need for explicit lyrical exposition. The track remains a staple of his greatest hits collections, illustrating his consistent contribution to the genre's evolution while honoring the traditions of his predecessors.